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France 24
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- France 24
Joao Felix says late Jota 'will forever be part of football history'
Jota was killed along with brother Andre Silva when their Lamborghini went off the road in northern Spain on July 3. Just 11 days prior to the accident, the Portuguese forward had married Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children. The Premier League remembered Jota over the weekend in a series of moving tributes. Adding his voice to the outpouring of grief across the football world, Felix looked visibly moved as he spoke about his good friend and international colleague. Felix, who was among the mourners at the brothers' funeral, said: "Diogo to me was one of my best friends in the national team, he was always part of our mini group in the national team, those of us who were always together. "I knew his family, especially his parents, an incredible family." Speaking in Hong Kong, where Felix is with his new team Al Nassr for this week's Saudi Super Cup, the 25-year-old added: "I think he will forever be a part of football history, he will remain in the hearts of those who were already close to him. "After that day, every time we go on the field we will remember him and play in part for him." The attacker Felix joined fellow Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr late last month from Chelsea in a move reported to be worth up to 43.7 million pounds ($58 million).
Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Preview: Leeds United vs Everton
Premier League football returns to Elland Road on Monday evening, when Leeds United take on Everton in the first game of the 2025/26 campaign for either side. Kick-off in West Yorkshire is scheduled for 8pm and the match is a total sell-out. For those without a ticket, you can watch live on Sky Sports. Ahead of kick-off, both teams will come together to pay our respects to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva. The two teams come into the game on the back of a hard-working pre-season within each camp and will now be looking for a strong start, with some fresh faces in the squads. In pre-season, the Toffees played seven matches and had indifferent results, both within the UK and as part of the Premier League Summer Series within the USA. The Whites went unbeaten over the summer in their matches, with three draws coming against Manchester United, Villarreal and AC Milan. In the middle of those games a productive week in Germany saw wins over Paderborn and SC Verl. Daniel Farke's side have made eight summer additions upon their return to the top-flight and that is matched by David Moyes, who has also seen eight fresh faces announced for his squad. In the nine games already played so far this weekend, there has been 23 goals scored. Three out of the nine games finished level, four went the way of the home side, and two saw the away team pick up the three points. This fixture was played out on the opening day of the 2021/22 Premier League season, which saw the match end level in an entertaining 2-2 draw. Memorable moments against Everton: Important supporter information: With the updates to the shopping experience at the Elland Road store, the club wishes to remind supporters that all Club stores are now operating only cashless payments, alongside the rest of the stadium. Discriminatory language or chanting is not acceptable and you could be breaking the law. The club condemns this behaviour and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination abuse of all kinds. To report an incident, text LEEDS along with any relevant information including ticket details, your name and description of an incident to 60006. You will then receive an automated response which means that your report has been logged and will then be looked into. Tough measures and sanctions are in place across all English football leagues to tackle dangerous and illegal behaviours within football grounds, and this involves but is not limited to, discriminatory behaviour, tragedy chanting, fans entering the pitch, the use of pyros and throwing objects. More supporter information can be found HERE. We Are Leeds: Park & Ride: The Leeds United Park and Ride service will continue for the 2025/26 campaign and is available to book now, ahead of Monday night's Premier League opener against Everton! The service being provided by the partnership between the club and Hunters is not only assisting our fans in the community, but the whole environment. Please be aware that tickets CAN NOT be purchased on the day, you must book in advance using the link below. Tickets can be purchased for all home matches, three weeks in advance of the fixture. Inside training this week:
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Elche agree deal for RB Leipzig star
La Liga newcomers Elche have this weekend struck an agreement for an altogether high-profile addition to the club's attacking ranks. The player on his way in at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero? André Silva. Frontman Silva is for his part fresh off an underwhelming campaign in 2024/25, which saw the experienced Portuguese international struggle across stints with German sides RB Leipzig and Werder Bremen. The 29-year-old has since returned to base with the former, albeit with the expectation having long been that he would soon be on the move once more. And as alluded to above, this weekend, Silva's next landing spot has been revealed. As per a report from transfer market insider Fabrizio Romano, the ex-Porto and AC Milan man is all set to link up with promoted La Liga outfit Elche: 'Elche reach agreement in principle to sign André Silva as new striker. Deal in place with RB Leipzig for Portuguese striker to join Elche project.' Conor Laird – GSFN
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Tragedy at Amex: Brighton fan dies after collapsing during Premier League opener vs Fulham; but match continued
Brighton players ahead of the match vs Fulham. The club observed a minute's silence for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva (Image via X/@OfficialBHAFC) Brighton and Hove Albion have confirmed that a supporter passed away during their Premier League opener against Fulham on Saturday. The 72-year-old man became unwell in the second half of the match while seated in the east stand upper. Despite immediate attention from emergency staff and prolonged efforts that included CPR and defibrillation, the supporter could not be revived. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Privacy screens were quickly put up as medical teams worked on the scene. Paramedics from South East Coast Ambulance Service, St John Ambulance, Sussex Police, the club's crowd doctor and stewards were all involved in the response. In a statement on the club's official website, chief executive and deputy chairman Paul Barber said, 'This was an incredibly sad end to the match this afternoon, and our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family and friends of the gentleman who lost his life. While the gentleman concerned is foremost in our minds, we are also aware that it was an emotional and distressing situation for staff and supporters in the direct vicinity. Over the coming days we will ensure those affected are properly supported.' Club doctor and emergency medicine consultant Dr Rob Galloway also addressed the tragedy. He said, 'Firstly, I would like to convey my condolences and sympathies to the gentleman's family and friends. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Option Trading: Mr. Gopal Reveals His Powerful Laxman Rekha Strategy For Free TradeWise Learn More Undo It was a tragic outcome, but from an emergency response perspective, the medical care was exemplary, and the professionalism of club stewards and Sussex Police provided the medical team with the best possible working environment.' Officials explained why play was not halted during the incident. Brighton's safety team, in consultation with Sussex Police and the Premier League, decided that stopping the match might have drawn unnecessary attention to the scene and disrupted resuscitation attempts. They also noted that any delay could have complicated matters if the supporter had responded and needed immediate transport to hospital. Poll Do you think the match should have been paused during the medical emergency? Yes, it should have been paused No, it was best to continue since many were unaware The match ended in a 1-1 draw, but the result was overshadowed by the events in the stands. For Brighton, the day will be remembered less for the football and more for the loss of one of their own, with tributes and condolences now flowing toward the supporter's family and friends. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Liverpool pay another heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota with poignant dressing room gesture during opening Premier League game of the season
Liverpool have paid tribute to Diogo Jota with a poignant gesture. Ahead of the opening game of the Premier League season as Liverpool faced Bournemouth it emerged that Jota still has a seat in the dressing room at Anfield. The space is unoccupied, with Jota's name listed above it. This is also the case at Liverpool's training ground. Jota and his brother Andre Silva passed away in a car crash in Spain on July 3. Liverpool retired the No 20 shirt in memory of Jota, who died at the age of 28. Many tributes have been paid to Jota during the opening weekend of the Premier League season. On Friday, a minute's silence preceded kick-off, with both teams wearing black armbands. There was also a special fan mosaic of Jota in the stands. Images of Jota and Silva were displayed on the stadium screens, while the 'Forever 20' emblem adorned the shirts of Liverpool players. Mohamed Salah scored late on as Liverpool won 4-2, with the winger mimicking Jota's 'crocodile' celebration. Salah broke down in tears at full time on an emotional night at Anfield. Liverpool boss Arne Slot dedicated the victory to Jota as he said: 'I think Mo felt how special that was. He probably felt the emotions. Diogo's wife is here, his family is here, his children are here. We also feel the emotions, the grief they still have. Those emotions probably led to Mo being emotional. I felt the same without being in tears.' 'After the fans sung so many times for him, it's nice he gave them something in return. That's what he did today. Unbelievable atmosphere in the last few minutes. Liverpool opened the scoring against Bournemouth through Hugo Ekitike. Cody Gakpo then added another goal for Liverpool just after half time but Bournemouth pulled level in the second half as Antoine Semenyo scored a brace. Liverpool still managed to prevail with Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah getting on the scoresheet.
